Anarbor Releases New Single “Drugs”
Ever experience those new relationship feelings? Feeling like you are so high or low, you could be on drugs? Well, Anarbor just released their newest single all about these feelings that you will love!
About Anarbor
Based in Phoenix, Anarbor is an alternative rock band that has seen so much success over the years. Members Slade Echeverria and Danny Stravers formed the band in 2003 while still in junior high. Slade provides the lead vocals and is the bassist and Danny is the guitarist. The two signed with Hopeless Records in 2008 and have shown no signs of slowing down since. Anarbor established mainstream success with the credit to the theme songs from Cartoon Network’s “Scooby Doo! The Mystery Begins”, ESPN’s Sportscenter, Good Day LA, and MLB Network Countdown. While working with Hopeless Records, Anarbor toured the United States and also visited Japan, United Kingdom, Canada, and Australia. The band also released two EP’s and two full-length studio albums while at Hopeless Records. In 2016, Anarbor independently released their third studio album and another EP in 2018. In 2020, the band released their latest EP titled Tangerine, after they signed with their new label One RPM. It is clear as day that the band has never stopped their drive for creating and producing music. After nearly 20 years of making music together, Anarbor continues to put out incredible songs. Fans will be happy to know Anarbor is getting ready to release their fourth full-length studio album this year! Anarbor just released their newest single “Drugs''.
“‘Drugs’ is a song that begins with a story. It draws you in with its catchy guitar riff and retro verse melody. Once the chorus hits, it’s everything you wanted and more. When I heard the first mix, I couldn’t get the hook out of my head for days, so much that I would hear it in my sleep. It’s upbeat and simple, and sometimes that’s all it takes.”
— Slade of Anarbor
“Drugs”
Metaphorically comparing drugs to love accompanied by the catchy guitar riff is all you need in life. The lyrics talk about the highs and lows of a relationship, just like if you were on drugs. The exciting energy of a new relationship is captured in this song. This upbeat retro vibe is something everyone who has experienced that new relationship energy can relate to. The music video, which you can watch here, offers a psychedelic vibe and really encapsulates the song. The video is super retro and leaves you with a nostalgic feeling. The chorus is super catchy and will most certainly be on repeat. Members Slade and Danny truly know what it takes to make a great song and no doubt their upcoming album will be full of great songs, just like “Drugs”. “Drugs” is available to stream on all platforms so check it out!
“Slade and I grew up watching music videos on MTV and VH1, and we’ve always been fascinated by the early visual effects in music videos from the 80s and 90s. When our friend and director Cory Davis from Yellowbox Films showed us his rig of old CRT televisions and analog visual effects equipment, we were immediately sold on his vision. The visual vibe of the video fits the theme of the song perfectly, and it’s really cool we had the opportunity to go back in time with this project and make a video that looks like it’s something you’d see on VH1 in the 80s.”
—Danny of Anarbor
Overall
Anarbor definitely is not going anywhere any time soon. Their songs are full of life and energetic retro vibes that are sure to get people excited. Their highly anticipated fourth album will be out in 2022, so get ready to have that on repeat, just like “Drugs”.
Written by: Julia Wright (she/her)
